25 Years of Marriage and seven children keep Jackie busy With two boys and five girls to her marriage credit and a husband that not only puts up with her crazy music endeavours but pushes and encourages her through it all...life is pretty good. Her single “Right Now”, captures the joy of her past 25 years and it has been one of her most successful releases to date, and Jackie’s first release to US radio. “I want people to know that persevering in music is very difficult. I work full time as a Physical Therapist and with three kids still at home I spend my evenings and weekends keeping up with their activities and music... still trying hard to take Sunday off as the Lord’s day of rest. Finding balance...now there’s the struggle. I don’t have to move fast, just be consistently moving forward. Perseverance is the key.”
UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL JACKIE GUY Jackie Guy is busy with the most important thing being her family with music coming a very close second and a busy career as a Physical Therapist.
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2020 marks ten years since Jackie Guy’s return to music and what a ride it’s been! With Five Saskatchewan Country Music nominations to her credit and the completion of three full-length albums of original country music, it’s been a busy but successful ten years. Her latest album, I Did It Anyway (February 2019) pays tribute to the man who started her on the path to a career in music, her father. “This album was the most difficult of my three albums to complete with the passing of my father halfway through its writing and recording. High emotions always seem to create the most heartfelt lyrics so I feel it’s some of my strongest work yet.” “Life seems to present so many challenges to everyone, and whether it’s health, money or spiritual struggles, music serves as an outlet for getting through the tough times. It seems I’ve written a song for every
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occasion. Whether good or bad, I’ve written about it and it’s all there wrapped up in the brand new album. I think the title totally speaks for itself and the title track, yet to be released, will be a song that every entrepreneur will connect with.” One thing that sets Jackie apart from other artists is her videos. “I’m not into hiring actors for my videos because I want it to hold great memories for me. I want friends and family to be the focus because that’s what it’s all about,” she says. This October, Jackie will release “A Lot Like Me” to radio and film an accompanying music video in support of the single. With a booked radio and performance tour set for Tennessee, Jackie looks forward to where her music will take her next. Follow Jackie’s travels at www.jackieguy.com and on her social media channels @jackieguymusic.
MATT MORSON Matt Morson is a country boy with a rock and roll edge Coming from a small town in rural Ontario, Matt inherited his passion for country music from his parents and used his love for music as a way to express his inner art. As the years went on, he became a singer, songwriter and starting recording his own material. This is where he started to work with various music festivals, assisting in production and general event logistics. As he continues to grow as an aspiring artist he is going to keep releasing his music Over time, Matt grew a desire to perform and eventually landed himself a chance to perform on stage. Morson’s charismatic presence and ability to connect with audience is what’s led him to several notable performances since the start of
his career. In 2017, Matt dropped his first video for “Girl on the Bar”, which generated over 10,000 views in just under a week. Matt’s second video “Wanted Man” has garnered over 40,000 views on YouTube in under four weeks.
Morson has also garnered almost 3 million media impressions with his last release and been featured in over 15 news outlets across Canada including live performances on Ontario’s top breakfast shows.
Matt Morson describing his idea behind writing this song. The song was an idea I had after a break up years ago. I was not invested anymore and I felt as though it was better we went our separate ways. So I wrote this song from the perspective of either. Describing that we enjoyed the time we had together and that it will always be with us. Not to be upset that it stopped, rather thankful that it happened. To keep those memories and grow with the moments. To me the song is relatable to anyone who has had this experience. Most of us have had it. Life goes on though
DALLAS SMITH AND BILLY RAY CYRUS TO CO-HOST THE 2019 CANADIAN COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS PRESENTED BY TD LIVE FROM CALGARY ON SEPTEMBER 8 The Canadian Country Music Association® (CCMA®) and Global are proud to announce that reigning CCMA Male Artist of the Year Dallas Smith and recent Billboard recordbreaking singer, songwriter and actor Billy Ray Cyrus are co-hosting the 2019 CCMA Awards presented by TD. The 2019 CCMA Awards will air live on Global from Calgary’s Scotiabank Saddledome on September 8 at 9 p.m. EST/PST. Global has also extended its broadcast to stream on Twitter and broadcast live on Corus radio stations Country 105 (Calgary), CISN Country 103.9 (Edmonton), and Country 104 (London/Woodstock). “I’m thrilled to be co-hosting this year’s CCMA Awards with Billy Ray Cyrus - he’s a legend!” shared Smith. “This is going to be a great time and I can’t wait to celebrate country’s biggest night with everyone.” A multiple JUNO and CCMA Awardwinning entertainer, Dallas Smith is one
of the most celebrated artists in Canadian Country music. Smith, always one to dominate uncharted territory, is the first and only Canadian country artist in the Nielsen BDS era, to have seven #1 singles, including four consecutive chart-toppers from the same album. Nominated for four 2019 CCMA Awards (Apple Music Fans’ Choice, MNP Male Artist of the Year, FORD Album of the Year, Entertainer of the Year), "This is really a full circle moment for me because I received my first ever platinum record plaque while I was in Canada in the 90s. We also shot the series ‘Doc’ in Toronto, so it feels like coming home every time I’m in Canada. I’m really looking forward to co-hosting the show with Dallas,” Cyrus shared. This is the first time that Billy Ray Cyrus will be hosting an award show and his first time taking to the CCMA Awards stage.
THE NOMINEES ARE! ENTERTAINER OF THE YEAR Paul Brandt Dean Brody Tim Hicks Brett Kissel Dallas Smith ALBUM OF THE YEAR The Fall - Dallas Smith Feels Like That - The Reklaws The Journey BNA Vol. 2 - Paul Brandt Love A Girl - Tebey New Tattoo - Tim Hicks State Of Mind - Hunter Brothers
APPLE MUSIC FANS' CHOICE Gord Bamford Paul Brandt Dean Brody Tim Hicks Hunter Brothers James Barker Band Brett Kissel The Reklaws Dallas Smith Guylaine Tanguay FEMALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR Lindsay Ell Jess Moskaluke Meghan Patrick Guylaine Tanguay Tenille Townes GROUP OR DUO OF THE YEAR High Valley Hunter Brothers James Barker Band The Reklaws The Washboard Union INTERACTIVE ARTIST OR GROUP OF THE YEAR Lindsay Ell Aaron Goodvin James Barker Band Brett Kissel Nice Horse MNP MALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR Paul Brandt Dean Brody Tim Hicks Brett Kissel Dallas Smith RISING STAR Shawn Austin Jade Eagleson Eric Ethridge JoJo Mason Sons Of Daughters
ROOTS ALBUM OF THE YEAR Black Mountain Whiskey Rebellion - Black Mountain Whiskey Rebellion Both Ways - Donovan Woods Heart Of Glass - Jessica Mitchell Juliet - Dan Davidson What We're Made Of - The Washboard Union
SINGLE OF THE YEAR Criminal - Lindsay Ell Dive Bar - Gord Bamford Good Together - James Barker Band Somebody's Daughter - Tenille Townes Walls Come Down - Meghan Patrick ANTHEM ENTERTAINMENT SONGWRITER(S) OF THE YEAR Brett Kissel, Seth Mosley, Brad Rempel Song: Cecilia (Performed By: Brett Kissel) Gord Bamford, Bart Butler, Brice Long Song: Down (Performed By: Gord Bamford) James Barker, Todd Clark, Gavin Slate, Travis Wood Song: Keep It Simple (Performed By: James Barker Band) Corey Crowder, Jess Moskaluke, Jared Mullins Song: Save Some Of That Whiskey (Performed By: Jess Moskaluke) Barry Dean, Luke Laird, Tenille Townes Song: Somebody’s Daughter (Performed By: Tenille Townes) VIDEO OF THE YEAR Camouflage - Jess Moskaluke Criminal - Lindsay Ell Feels Like That - The Reklaws Somebody’s Daughter - Tenille Townes Walls Come Down - Meghan Patrick
MUSICIAN AWARDS BASS PLAYER OF THE YEAR Kirby Barber Lisa Dodd Curtis Ebner Doug Elash Justin Kudding DRUMMER OF THE YEAR Ben Bradley Flavio Cirillo Rich DaSilva Chad Melchert Rob Wells FIDDLE PLAYER OF THE YEAR Linsey Beckett Tyler Beckett Denis Dufresne Mike Sanyshyn Tyler Vollrath GUITAR PLAYER OF THE YEAR Paul Chapman Ryan Davidson Matt McKay Darren Savard Geoff Torrn KEYBOARD PLAYER OF THE YEAR Mike Little Bart McKay Brendan Waters SPECIALTY INSTRUMENT PLAYER OF THE YEAR David Barber Denis Dufresne Shane Guse Mitch Jay Connor Riddell
STEEL GUITAR PLAYER OF THE YEAR Darrek Anderson Mitch Jay Doug Johnson
RADIO AWARDS MUSIC DIRECTOR OF THE YEAR (LARGE MARKET) Steph Hansen - CISN-FM/CKRY-FM - Edmonton, AB/Calgary, AB A.J. Keller - CFCW - Edmonton, AB Amanda Kingsland - CKBY-FM - Ottawa, ON Rebecca Lafrance - CKKL-FM - Ottawa, ON Peter Walker - CJKX-FM/CHKX-FM - Oshawa, ON/Hamilton, ON MUSIC DIRECTOR OF THE YEAR (MEDIUM OR SMALL MARKET) Shilo Bellis - CJXL-FM - Moncton, NB Paul Ferguson - CHCQ-FM - Belleville, ON Luca James - CKGY-FM - Red Deer, AB Cory Noel - CKLJ/CKVG - Olds, AB/Vegreville, AB
INDUSTRY AWARDS BOOKING AGENCY OF THE YEAR The Feldman Agency Invictus Entertainment Group Paquin Artists Agency Sakamoto Agency United Talent Agency COUNTRY CLUB OF THE YEAR Cook County Saloon – Edmonton, AB OK Corral & Cabaret – Kelowna, BC Ranchman's Cookhouse and Dancehall – Calgary, AB Rock 'N' Horse Saloon – Toronto, ON COUNTRY FESTIVAL, FAIR OR EXHIBITION OF THE YEAR Big Valley Jamboree – Camrose, AB Boots And Hearts Music Festival - Oro-Medonte, ON Calgary Stampede – Calgary, AB Cavendish Beach Music Festival – Cavendish, PE Havelock Country Jamboree – Havelock, ON
COUNTRY MUSIC PROGRAM OR SPECIAL OF THE YEAR CBC q Live At The Grand Ole Opry - CBCq The Dungarees Christmas Special - Rogers Media and The Dungarees Girl Power Hour - Rogers Media Jess Moskaluke's A Small Town Christmas - MDM Recordings Inc. Paul McGuire’s Country Countdown - ole TV MANAGEMENT COMPANY OF THE YEAR Big Loud Management Cache Entertainment Invictus Entertainment Group MDM Artist Management Services Starseed Entertainment MUSIC PUBLISHING COMPANY OF THE YEAR BMG Rights Management Canada ole Royalty Records Publishing Sony/ATV Music Publishing Warner Chappell Music Canada RECORD COMPANY OF THE YEAR MDM Recordings Inc. Open Road Recordings Sony Music Entertainment (Canada) Inc. Universal Music Canada Warner Music Canada INDUSTRY PERSON OF THE YEAR Steve Coady - Vice President, Radio Promotions - Warner Music Canada Mike Denney – President - MDM Recordings Inc. Brianne Deslippe - Vice President of Promotion/General Manager - Canada - Big Loud Records Ron Kitchener - President, CEO - RGK Entertainment Group Inc. Shannon McNevan - Director of A&R - Universal Music Canada
CREATIVE DIRECTOR(S) OF THE YEAR Design Team: Bronwin Parks Album: All In, Artist Merchandise (Artist: Chris Buck Band) Design Team: Alee, Photography: Uryelle Dimailig Single: Don't Make Me Miss You (Artist: Alee) Design Team: Buckspring Inc., Photography: Andrik Langfield, Tanner Wendell Stewart, Jonathan Taylor Sweet, Paul Tellefsen Albums: The Journey YYC Vol. 1, The Journey BNA Vol. 2, The Journey YYC-BNA Deluxe Volume; Single: Bittersweet feat. Lindsay Ell, Tour Graphics: The Journey Tour (Artist: Paul Brandt) Design Team: Bronwin Parks Album: Sides, EP: Side A + Side B (Digital Release), Single: Danger Danger, Artist Merchandise (Artist: KIRA) Design Team: Scotty Kipfer, Photography: Brad Kelly Taking My Time (Artist: Scotty Kipfer) RECORDING STUDIO OF THE YEAR Barrytone Studios - St. Clements, ON Bart McKay Productions - Saskatoon, SK MCC Recording Studio - Calgary, AB OCL Studios - Chestemere, AB Revolution Recording - Toronto, ON RECORD PRODUCER(S) OF THE YEAR Jeff Dalziel Album: Juliet (Artist: Dan Davidson) Danick Dupelle, Tebey Single: Who's Gonna Love You (Artist: Tebey) Adam Gregory, Bart McKay Album: Perfect World (Artist: Adam Gregory) Mitch Merrett, F. Reid Shippen Album: Black Mountain Whiskey Rebellion (Artist: Black Mountain Whiskey Rebellion) Joey Moi, Dave Cohen Album: The Fall (Artist: Dallas Smith) RETAILER OF THE YEAR Amazon Music Apple Music Spotify Canada Inc.
RON SAKAMOTO TALENT BUYER OR PROMOTER OF THE YEAR Paul Biro - Sakamoto Agency Jim Cressman - Invictus Entertainment Group Adam Oppenheim - Stampede Entertainment Inc. Lisa Zechmeister - Republic Live
VIDEO DIRECTOR OF THE YEAR Stephano Barberis Video: 20 Dollars In My Pocket (Artist: The Lovelocks), Video: 24 Reasons (Artist: Kadooh), Video: Dive Bar (Artist: Gord Bamford), Video: Downtown Kids (Artist: David James), Video: Everything Girl (Artist: Dave Hartney), Video: Make ‘Em Like You (Artist: Dallas Smith), Video: Walls Come Down (Artist: Meghan Patrick); Ben Knechtel Video: Ain’t My Fault (Live From Toronto / 2019) (Artist: Jade Eagleson), Video: Count The Ways (Artist: Jade Eagleson), Video: Dear Drunk Me (Artist: Chad Brownlee), Video: Feels Like That (Artist: The Reklaws), Video: Forever's Gotta Start Somewhere (Artist: Chad Brownlee), Video: Got Your Name On It (Artist: Jade Eagleson), Video: Keep It Simple (Artist: James Barker Band) Video: Long Live The Night (Artist: The Reklaws), Video: Lost (Artist: Hunter Brothers) Video: Never Be The Same (Artist: James Barker Band), Video: Save Some Of That Whiskey (Artist: Jess Moskaluke), Video: The Worst Kind feat. Lindsay Ell (Artist: Tim Hicks); Wes Mack Video: Camouflage (Artist: Jess Moskaluke), Video: Never Have I Ever feat. Sons of Daughters (Artist: Wes Mack), Video: PBR State of Mind (Artist: Wes Mack); Travis Nesbitt Video: Can’t Help Myself (Artist: Dan Davidson), Video: Don't Hold Back (Artist: The Dungarees), Video: I’ll Get Along (Artist: Danny Hooper), Video: Little Log Cabin (Artist: Danny Hooper), Video: These Are My People (Artist: Dan Davidson); Joel Stewart Video: Feel Like That (Artist: The Washboard Union), Video: She Gets Me (Artist: The Washboard Union), Video: You Are (Artist: Aaron Goodvin), Video: Zamboni (Artist: The Road Hammers).
DAN WASHBURN
Dan started playing guitar at the age of seven, beginning with a lap stee l and by the time he was ten he was playing the acoustic and wrote his first song for his mom; “Someone Like You”. His dad integrated him into the band he was playing bass for and by the time he was 13, Dan was the bass player and harmony singer for a local weekend band. His credits include over 200 albums as a singer/song writer, producer and bassist. Dan was band leader for the late Colleen Peterson for several years. He has toured with George Fox , Terry Sheridan , Colleen Peterson and South Mountain . He has guested as singer/bassist for many gospel shows both live and on television. Dan has shared the stage on shows with Emmy-Lou Harris , Pirates of the Mississippi , Waylon Jennings , Toby Keith , Marty Stuart and Martina McBride to name a few. Dan had great success releasing 5 singles to radio before being asked to audition for award winning band “South Mountain”. Dan became their lead singer/bassist and spokes-person in Canada, signed to Stony Plain Records, distributed world-wide by Warner Brothers. The band toured Canada and Europe extensively and were in high demand. They had a successful album “Where There’s A Will” offering four chart successes and several Canadian Country Music Association nominations . Dan has hosted two television shows for Cogeco Canada most recently; highlighting Canadian up & coming talent. He is a much sought after published writer (Nashville) and producer. He is often bassist/singer in various house bands. Dan’s second album If A Little Bit’s Good (A Whole Lot’s Better) will be available fall of 2019 featuring many award winning Canadian and American players. “Just Add Water ” is his latest release to radio.
Andrew Frelick"Heads Up"
Heads Up is a mid tempo, break-up song! Co-written by Andrew Frelick & Doug Folkins, this upbeat, aggressive, modern country/pop crossover single will have listeners singing along and grooving in their seats by the song's end. Dynamic and determined are just two words that can best describe country artist, Andrew Frelick! Born in Halifax, NS and having grown up in the nearby town of Bridgewater, Andrew is rapidly building momentum as an award winning Independent Canadian Country Music Artist. Rising in popularity, largely in part from 3 successful Nashville recorded EPs, Frelick's performances have included Cavendish Beach Music Festival (Cavendish, PE), The Josie Music Awards (Nashville, TN), Tootsie's World Famous Orchid Lounge (Nashville, TN); as well as; opening for country stars Corb Lund, Aaron Pritchett and Carroll Baker. In September 2017, Andrew connected with Nashville producer Scott Harter after releasing two previous Nashville recorded EP's "Time Stands Still" & " When I Was Little". Ready to take the next step in his musical career , a new EP produced by Harter was just that step. The first radio single, "Live To Love You", was released and did not disappoint. A co-write by J. Michael Harter, Trey Matthews, & Earl Bud Lee (Friends In Low Places co-write for Garth Brooks), the single from Frelick's newest recording, "Lost In The Right Direction", quickly became his most successful to date. The follow-up "When All Else Fails" kept listeners attention with a wellwritten co-write from Frelick himself and Campbell River, B.C native Doug Folkins. Now, the 3rd & title track "Lost In The Right Direction" is making Frelick a Canadian household name with regular rotation spins on numerous FM country stations, as well as SiriusXM Country Canada.
GET READY CALGARY! CCMA FAN VILLAGE DELIVERS THREE DAYS OF FREE PROGRAMMING FOR CALGARIANS KICKING OFF ON FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 6
With Country Music Week 2019 only ONE WEEK away, the Canadian Country Music AssociationÂŽ (CCMAÂŽ) is excited to announce the details surrounding Fan Village. Back for its second year, Fan Village will see the Cowboy's Tent (321 - 11th Ave SE) come to life with three, completely free days of unforgettable programming - artist meet & greets, LIVE COUNTRY popup shop, appearances by Big Brother Canada Season 7 winner Dane Rupert, runner-up Anthony Douglas and Pure Country's Shannon Ella - all while hosting a stage filled with performances by the best country music has to offer. "Calgary has hosted the Canadian Country Music Awards more than any other Canadian city and with good reason: the heart of country music truly beats in Alberta. This reputation owes, in part, to the phenomenal level of community support the province's country music industry has long enjoyed. The Fan Village is the perfect place to celebrate this legacy, the Awards and Country Music Week." - Leela Sharon Aheer, Minister of Culture, Multiculturalism and Status of Women. "In Calgary, country music is in our veins. Fan Village is an incredible opportunity for all Calgarians to enjoy the spirit of the Country Music Week and take in some top-tier country music," said Mayor Nenshi. "Making these performances free to attend is a great initiative by the CCMAs. I know come September 6, Calgarians will be there with their dancing boots on!" Brought to life with the support of Pure Country and TD, Fan Village will see more than 30 artists perform between September 6-8, giving fans hours of music from their favourite artists, meet and greet opportunities, games, live-band karaoke competition, yoga with goats, daily giveaways and so much more!
INDUSTRY EVENTS WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 4 Event Registration Hyatt Regency, The Studio (2nd Floor) 2:00pm-8:00pm Your one-stop shop for all things regarding registration or ticketing. Pick up your Country Music Week pass and pre-ordered individual event tickets here. Individual event tickets will be available for purchase onsite at the Registration Desk and will be sold on a first come, first served basis.
THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 5 Event Registration Hyatt Regency, The Studio (2nd Floor) 9:00am-8:00pm Pick up your delegate pass and tickets, purchase event tickets, have your questions answered by the CCMA registration team. Let us know how we can help! CCMA Songwriters' Series: Session 1 Presented by Anthem Entertainment Performance Theatre @ Studio Bell 3:00pm-5:30pm It's impossible to ignore what some consider to be the greatest aspect of country music, and what makes it resonant as a genre - the songwriting. The CCMA Songwriters’ Series celebrates the crafting of original songs and the stories behind the words, indulging listeners with both new and familiar faces in the process. This four-day, acoustic performance series is sure to inspire and
evoke strong emotions in all who attend; so make a point of stopping by for a listen - you'll be glad you did. Performances by: Jason Blaine, Kristin Carter, Leah Daniels, Aaron Goodvin, Mallory Johnson, Jess Moskaluke, Meghan Patrick, and Leaving Thomas CCMA Industry Opening Reception Presented by Pure Country Main Lobby @ Studio Bell 6:00pm-8:00pm Toast the start of the Canadian country music industry’s biggest week and annual “family reunion” by joining us for the CCMA Industry Opening Reception. This networking event sets the pace for the events to come, as long-time and newly proclaimed country music enthusiasts, and everyone in between, reunite and connect over an evening of drinks, snacks, laughs and of course, country music! SIRIUSXM Top of the Country Finale featuring High Valley The Palace Theatre 8:00pm- 11:45pm Canada voted, now the top three artists move on to perform at the biggest country music event in Canada! Come and see who will be the next SiriusXM Top of the Country contest winner!
FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 6 Event Registration Hyatt Regency, The Studio (2nd Floor) 9:00am-8:00pm Pick up your delegate pass and tickets, purchase event tickets, have your questions answered by the CCMA registration team. Let us know how we can help! CCMA Industry Brunch and Awards Presented by Nielsen Music Telus Convention Centre, Exhibition Hall E 10:00am-12:00pm The CCMA Industry Brunch & Awards recognize some of Canada’s most influential music industry professionals, spanning specialities from radio and festivals to video directors, producers and management. Join us in recognizing those who work behind the scenes to make our industry shine CCMA Annual General Meeting (AGM) Telus Convention Centre, Glen 201+202 12:00 (Registration) 12:30pm-1:30pm (AGM)
Review highlights of the past year (2018) and discuss new and upcoming business. Vote for the coming year’s CCMA Board of Directors election. Join us and have your voice be heard. CCMA Seminar Series: Breaking Big / Breaking Out / Breaking Through Telus Convention Centre, Glen 203+204 2:00pm-3:30pm It’s driven by passion, and fueled by fans, but it’s called show business for a reason. This seminar will feature a joint effort between proven industry mavericks from Big Loud & Spotify, who will each examine and break down their respective fields of expertise -- from A&R and song selection (Seth England), to touring and management (Chief Zaruk), to radio promotion (Brianne Deslippe), to the importance of streaming platforms and playlisting (John Marks). All of these aspects are vital in breaking a new act and the more cohesive the team and strategy can be, the better chance at success for the artist. It takes a village to break an act, and having a great team in your corner working together can help shepherd a new artist through the weeds, especially in this ever-changing climate of media consumption. Come and learn a formula that works from a team that knows. Fan Village CCMA Tent (321-11th Ave SE) 4:00pm-12:00am CCMA Songwriters’ Series: Session 2 Presented by Anthem Entertainment Performance Hall @ Studio Bell 4:00pm- 6:30pm It's impossible to ignore what some consider to be the greatest aspect of country music, and what makes it resonant as a genre - the songwriting. The CCMA Songwriters’ Series celebrates the crafting of original songs and the stories behind the words, indulging listeners with both new and familiar faces in the process. This four-day, acoustic performance series is sure to inspire and evoke strong emotions in all who attend; so make a point of stopping by for a listen - you'll be glad you did. Performances by: Alee, James Barker, Lindsay Ell, Doug Folkins, Nice Horse, Livy Jeanne, MacKenzie Porter, and The Reklaws CCMA Seminar Series: Radio Tour 101 Telus Convention Centre - Glen 201 6:30pm-8:00pm Canadian Country Radio Programmers are bringing the Radio Tour to you this year! Join us for an opportunity to meet Canada’s country radio programmers all in one room to talk singles, tours and airplay!
CCMA Legends Show Presented by Stingray Music Arts Common Jack Singer Concert Hall 7:30pm-9:30pm This year's CCMA Legends Show will include performances by Carolyn Dawn Johnson, Alan Doyle, Jade Eagleson, Lindsay Ell, Tim Hicks, Andrew Hyatt, Aaron Pritchett, The Reklaws, Tenille Townes, The Wilkinsons and Michelle Wright.
SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 7 Event Registration Hyatt Regency, The Studio (2nd Floor) 9:00am-6:00pm Pick up your delegate pass and tickets, purchase event tickets, have your questions answered by the CCMA registration team. Let us know how we can help! Women in Music Brunch: Building Critical Mass King Eddy 9:00am-10:30am FREE, RSVP Only Country music is home to some of the most powerful female artists and industry professionals in the business, but it wouldn’t be “country” if there weren’t challenges to overcome. Join some of the most influential women in the music industry for a collaborative discussion on ways to navigate those challenges. This workshop brunch is designed to gather a diverse community of professionals and build on their collective experiences. The event aims to cultivate women’s careers in the industry and develop mentor relationships with the next generation of leaders. Beyond the strength of the individual, lies the critical mass generated by community. RSVP to join in and ensure you’ve reserved a spot at this unique event. Fan Village Presented by Pure Country CCMA Tent (321-11th Ave SE) 10:00am-12:00am CCMA Seminar Series: Round Tables Presented by rdr Music Group National Music Centre, Glen 201+202 10:30pm-12:30pm The CCMA Round Table Session offers newcomers a chance to sit down with trade experts and glean some of the wisdom years of experience has afforded them. From honing your craft, to gaining and keeping an audience, and having longevity in the industry, this session is tailor-made for whatever focus the participants want addressed. Featuring titans from all aspects of the industry, this is a must-hit session for those looking for some advice, ideas, mentorship, and direction on next-steps in their careers.
CCMA Fan Fest @ Fan Village CCMA Tent (321-11th Ave SE) 12:00pm-2:00pm CCMA Songwriters’ Series: Session 3 Presented by Anthem Entertainment Performance Hall @ Studio Bell 1:30pm-4:00pm It's impossible to ignore what some consider to be the greatest aspect of country music, and what makes it resonant as a genre - the songwriting. The CCMA Songwriters’ Series celebrates the crafting of original songs and the stories behind the words, indulging listeners with both new and familiar faces in the process. This four-day, acoustic performance series is sure to inspire and evoke strong emotions in all who attend; so make a point of stopping by for a listen - you'll be glad you did. Performances by: Tenille Arts, Sons of Daughters, Jade Eagleson, Stacey Lee Guse, Tim Hicks, Steven Lee Olsen, Emily Reid, and Tenille Townes CCMA Seminar Series: Spotify Masterclass East Village Sky Bridge @ Studio Bell 2:00pm-3:00pm Ticketed Event There is a sea change that’s been happening in the industry; music has turned into an on-demand item. Whatever we want, whenever we want it. And that constant is hard to keep up with for artists at any level. Spotify Canada is putting on an All-Access Master Class to help you keep pace with your audience’s demand, and engage new fans globally through use of best-practices on their platform. Delving into navigating Spotify for Artists, and interpreting the data for creators and management alike, Spotify Marketing execs, Nathan Wiszniak (CANADA) and Brittany Schaffer (USA) will provide real-world practical advice for igniting word of mouth, and digital exposure to help strategize how to build fan engagement and loyalty. Go to where your audience is, and give ‘em what they want. Spotify can show you how. CCMA Gala Cocktail Reception Telus Convention Centre - Exhibition Hall Foyer 4:30pm-6:00pm Mix and mingle with industry elite as we commence an elegant evening of celebrations. The CCMA Gala Cocktail Reception is open to registered delegates and invited guest only. CCMA Gala Dinner & Awards Presented by SOCAN Telus Convention Centre - Exhibition Hall D&E 6:00pm-8:30pm Enjoy an evening of celebration at the CCMA Gala Dinner & Awards, distinguishing those who make country music great. You can be sure to enjoy a night of glitz and glamour, at this, the most formal event of the week. From agents to artists, a wide array of the country music industry
will be honoured and celebrated. CCMA Awards of Achievement and the year’s Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame inductees will be presented during this award ceremony.
SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 8 Event Registration Hyatt Regency, The Studio (2nd Floor) 9:00am-1:30pm Pick up your Country Music Week pass and tickets, purchase event tickets, have your questions answered by the CCMA registration team. Let us know how we can help! CCMA Seminar Series: Ultimate Performance Workshop Performance Hall @ Studio Bell 9:30am-12:00pm Topic and speakers to be announced soon! CCMA Seminar Series: On The Road Again: Getting Paid When Your Songs Are Played Live East Village Sky Bridge @ Studio Bell 12:30pm-1:30pm FREE Event Join Muzooka CEO, Shawn Wilson, and some well-known road warriors, to hear a few great touring stories, and learn how they always get paid for the songs they played onstage. Share some laughs and get tips on collecting every bit of what you’re owed out there on the road. Panelists include: • • • •
Lindsay Ell Ron Sakamoto - Gold and Gold Tim Hunze - Anthem Entertainment Shawn Wilson - Muzooka
Fan Village CCMA Tent (321-11th Ave SE) 10:00am-2:30pm
CCMA Songwriters’ Series: Session 4 Presented by Anthem Entertainment Performance Hall @ Studio Bell 2:00pm- 4:00pm It's impossible to ignore what some consider to be the greatest aspect of country music, and what makes it resonant as a genre - the songwriting. The CCMA Songwriters’ Series celebrates the crafting of original songs and the stories behind the words, indulging listeners with both new and familiar faces in the process. This four-day, acoustic performance series is sure to inspire and evoke strong emotions in all who attend; so make a point of stopping by for a listen - you'll be glad you did. Perfomances by: Kelly Archer, Jim Cuddy, Mitchell Tenpenny and Pam Tillis TD Tailgate @ Fan Village CCMA Tent (321-11th Ave SE) 2:30pm-4:30pm Canadian Country Music Association Awards Scotiabank Saddledome 7:00pm-9:00pm Canadian country music fans, artists and industry alike, look forward to the CCMA Awards Show every year – Canadian country music’s biggest night. As a salute to the year that’s been, this two-hour celebration features performances and appearances by some of Canada’s brightest country stars and announces winners in eight award categories. More performers and presenters for the 2019 CCMA Awards Show will be announced throughout the summer. *Event times and locations are subject to change •
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PAUL BRANDT'S #NOTINMYCITY TO RECEIVE 2019 SLAIGHT MUSIC HUMANITARIAN AWARD The Canadian Country Music AssociationÂŽ (CCMAÂŽ) Board of Directors is honoured to present the 2019 Slaight Music Humanitarian Award to Paul Brandt for the leaps and bounds he has made in raising awareness and taking action to end child sexual exploitation and sex trafficking in Canada with his #NotInMyCity movement. Given out annually, the Slaight Music Humanitarian Award celebrates a person or organization who has made an outstanding contribution of time and energy in support of humanitarian causes. "Not only is Paul Brandt one of the greatest entertainers in our format and our country, he is an extraordinary humanitarian. Using his platform, he has become a strong voice for those affected by the horrible crimes of child sexual exploitation and sex trafficking in Canada and we are in awe of the change he is creating," said Tracy Martin, CCMA President. "The CCMA is honoured to recognize #NotInMyCity and Paul's remarkable efforts to bring attention to this urgent issue in our country." Founded by Brandt in July 2017, #NotInMyCity serves to educate the public about the realities of human trafficking while also uniting Canadians in the fight to protect some of our most vulnerable citizens. Brandt and collaborative stakeholders recognized that many Canadians were unaware of the staggering facts surrounding trafficking. For example, 93% of Canada's trafficking victims come from Canada and more than 75% of people working in the Canadian sex trade began working as a child. More than a quarter of victims are under the age of 18 and, despite being only four per cent of Canada's population, Indigenous Canadians represent half of all human trafficking victims. Today, #NotInMyCity is a strong, collaborative organization, working with established agencies and groups to raise awareness and take action to combat human trafficking. "Human trafficking is one of the fastest growing crimes in Canada today," said Brandt. "On behalf of the millions of human trafficking victims in the world, I am moved to be receiving the Slaight Music Humanitarian Award recognizing the #NotInMyCity movement. Our Allies have courageously stepped up and chosen to be on the right side of history. We must end the sexual exploitation and sex trafficking of
children for profit occurring in Canada and around the world." Partners and supporters of #NotInMyCity include a growing list of visionary businesses and organizations along with First Nations groups, representatives from Ministries within the Provincial Government, the City of Calgary and City of Edmonton as well as sectors of Police, Justice, Health, Children's Services, Education and not-for-profit community agencies. The Calgary International Airport and Edmonton International Airport have also partnered with #NotInMyCity to help stop trafficking. "My father Allan and the Slaight family believe strongly in helping the communities we live in and supporting grassroots initiatives that raise awareness of deserving issues," says Slaight Communications CEO, Gary Slaight. "I congratulate Paul Brandt on both his #NotinMyCity initiative and his Buckspring Foundation that have helped to better lives. There's no question that Paul is richly deserving of the honour that comes with receiving the Slaight Music Humanitarian Award." This CCMA Award of Achievement is named the Slaight Music Humanitarian Award in recognition of the generous donation made by the Slaight Music Foundation. The 2019 Slaight Music Humanitarian Award will be presented to Paul Brandt during a private industry event as part of Country Music Week 2019, taking place September 5-8 in Calgary, Alberta.
CHARLIE MAJOR AND ANYA WILSON ANNOUNCED AS 2019 CANADIAN COUNTRY MUSIC HALL OF FAME™ INDUCTEES WILSON TO RECEIVE STAN KLEES BUILDER HONOUR WHILE MAJOR TO BE CELEBRATED AS 2019 ARTIST INDUCTEE
The Canadian Country Music Association® (CCMA) is pleased to announce that Charlie Major and Anya Wilson have been selected as the 2019 inductees into the Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame™. "It was such an incredible honour for me to call both Charlie and Anya and congratulate them on becoming our newest Hall of Fame Inductees," said Tracy Martin, President, CCMA. "It is such a career milestone and I am thrilled that we'll be celebrating both of them at Country Music Week in Calgary." Charlie Major has been at the forefront of the Canadian country music scene since the early 90s when he became the first Canadian artist in history to score six BDS No.1 hits with his debut album, The Other Side, in 1993. Nine more chart-topping hits would follow, leading Major to perform across the world, headlining tours and connecting with his fans at fairs and festivals. More than 25 years later, Major has sold nearly half a million records in Canada alone, winning three JUNO Awards and seven CCMA Awards. The Canadian legend has recorded seven studio albums and has released over twenty singles. His lyrics champion the 'Blue Collar Hero' in a manner that embodies Springsteen and other roots rock legends, but it is in the country music format that Major finds his home. "It is an honour to be inducted into the Canadian Country Music Hall Of Fame with so
many of my heroes and mentors like Ian Tyson, Gordon Lightfoot, The Good Brothers, Terry Carisse and Murray McLauchlan to name a few," said Major. "I'm sincerely humbled and look forward to celebrating with everyone in Calgary this September."
Anya Wilson began her music industry career in the U.K. working in publicity and radio promotion, becoming instrumental in the success of such legendary artists as David Bowie and T.Rex. She then moved to Toronto and broke ground as the first independent female radio tracker in Canada. Giving back to Canada's country community has always been a priority for Wilson. She has served on numerous CCMA committees, helped establish a radio presence at the annual CCMA conference and voluntarily became the organization's first publicist. She was also a driving force in the creation of the Country Music Association of Ontario and served as its vice-president for several years. "I couldn't be more pleased and humbled by this honour. I'm so used to operating behind the scenes that it feels equally strange and wonderful to be publicly recognized for my contributions," said Wilson. "Over the years I've had the pleasure of seeing the progress of our industry's infrastructure, resulting in the development of world-class artists." Inductees of the Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame are chosen annually by a selected Hall of Fame Electors Committee, comprised of over seventy (70) industry peers. The three-stage voting process begins in January of each year. The inductee in the Builder category receives the Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame Stan Klees Builder Award, established in recognition of RPM Magazine co-founder, Mr. Stan Klees, and his pioneering efforts in the creation of the CCMA Awards Program. The Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame induction ceremony will take place at a private industry event held during Country Music Week in Calgary, Alberta from September 5-8, 2019. Congratulations to both Charlie and Anya well deserved.
A COUNTRY CHRISTMAS AND LOOKING BACK AT 2019
This is our 28th year of producing A Country Christmas 12 hour special. This special has become a listener favourite with the stars of country music talking about their Christmas memories, traditions and their favourite gift they ever received. A Country Christmas is music intensive with up to 15 songs an hour and the required Can Con is included making this special a Plug and Play program. A Country Christmas is heard across Canada, the USA and Europe. Reserve A Country Christmas for your market this year. e-mail us HERE
Looking Back at 2019 is a 12 hour special that looks back at the music, the artists and events that made 2019 a great year for country music. We have the biggest stars stop in and talk about their music, their tours and more as we celebrate another great year in country music. This is not a countdown show but rather a year end reflection show that have listeners tuned in for the whole special. Find out more by e-mailing us today HERE